(Seoul) South Korean prosecutors on Monday (November 10) charged former President Yoon Seok-youl with a new offense, alleging that he ordered drones to fly over North Korean airspace to reinforce his attempt to declare martial law. Two other former defense ministers, Kim Yong-hyun and Yeo In-hyung, were also charged in connection with the same case.

(Seoul) The soaring costs of wedding ceremonies and new home purchases in South Korea are making many young South Koreans hesitant to get married due to the financial burden, prompting some local governments to take steps to reduce wedding expenses.

(Washington, D.C.) The U.S. federal government shutdown has now lasted 40 days, with the Senate finally passing a temporary funding bill to end the widespread crisis. The bill will provide most federal agencies with their current funding levels as of the end of January and includes three full-year funding bills.

On Sunday (November 9), PM2.5 levels in New Delhi, the Indian capital, exceeded the World Health Organization's recommended daily maximum by more than 13 times. Dozens of protesters took to the streets that day, demanding that the government take action on years-long air pollution problems. They held signs reading "I miss breathing" and "We need clean air now." The protesters said that air pollution occurs every year, but the government has no solutions, and the people must increase pressure for the government to take the issue seriously. (AFP)

(Washington, D.C.) As the U.S. Supreme Court hears the legality of federal government tariffs, President Trump again defended tariff policies, saying that tariff revenue could be used to distribute at least $2,000 (about S$2,603) in dividends to most Americans.

(London) BBC Director-General David and News Chief Executive Officer Dennis Tennessee announced their resignations on Sunday (November 9) amid controversy over the editing of a documentary about US President Donald Trump.

(Washington/Kyiv/Moscow) The U.S. State Department estimates that the U.S. federal government shutdown has delayed more than $5 billion (about S$6.5 billion) worth of arms export programs that were originally intended to support NATO allies and Ukraine.

(AFP, Geneva) As large numbers of refugees are caught in a vicious cycle of conflict and extreme climate events, the United Nations has called on the 30th UN Climate Change Conference (COP30) to provide financial support to these most vulnerable groups.